Hickory is the most popular wood used for making
drumsticks. Hickory is denser, heavier and more
rigid than Maple. Hickory can also absorb a great
amount of shock, which reduces hand and wrist
fatigue. Dark, or "brown" hickory, is found
closer to the tree's center and is slightly
denser and heavier than "white" hickory.

Helpful Info about the Manufacturer

Phone:781-767-1877Warranty:Manufactured in the USA, Vater tone and weight matches their sticks by computer analysis to guarantee a straighter, higher quality drumsticks than other leading drumstick manufacturers.

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